In the mandi rate roundup for 29 Aug 2026, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,250 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd, making it the day's standout.
01What Put Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 15.5% below the period average and just 42.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹3,750 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹19,500, with the average around ₹13,320. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Selling Bitter Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Aug 2026, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Bitter Gourd. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.